Traffic Management Engineer

Job Details:

Job Reference: HCC624394 
Salary Range: £27,780 - £30,564 per annum 
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37 (Flexible working for this role may be considered. Please state your preferences on your application)
Contract Type: Permanent 
Closing Date: 16 August 2026  

The Role:

Hampshire County Council is looking to recruit within our Safer Roads and Parking Team, part of the Traffic and Safety Group.

We are seeking talented and motivated individuals to help shape the future of our communities. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team and play a key part in keeping Hampshire moving and making the roads safer. In this engineering role, you will assist in the delivery and monitoring of Traffic and Safety scheme programmes.

You will be involved in identifying, devising, and delivering schemes and initiatives that enhance the safety and efficiency of the road network for all highway users, as well as providing support for other highways and transport functions. This will include working closely with external partner organisations such as the police, district and borough councils, and other public bodies and representatives, as well as internal partner groups.

We would love to hear from applicants who want to be part of a successful, road safety and community-focused Traffic and Safety Team.

What you’ll do:

You will play a key role in responding to a wide range of daily enquiries related to traffic management, road safety, and parking, carrying out initial investigations and helping to shape effective solutions. This will include supporting the development of schemes such as speed management, parking controls, lorry restrictions, and improved signage, while managing your own smaller projects and contributing to more complex initiatives.

You will work closely with county, district, and parish councillors, stakeholders, colleagues, and members of the public, building strong relationships and ensuring clear communication throughout.

The role also involves assisting with the preparation of technical reports, committee papers, and briefing notes, as well as providing guidance on projects and relevant local and national policies. Alongside this, you will undertake site visits and surveys to support the practical development and delivery of traffic and safety improvements.

What we’re looking for:

We are looking for an organised and proactive team player with strong communication skills and attention to detail. You will be confident using Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, and Teams or Zoom, and will hold GCSEs (or equivalent), including Maths and English. You will be able to work independently to deadlines while also collaborating effectively with others.

A good understanding of road safety principles and how to influence safer road user behaviour is essential, along with the ability to contribute to the delivery of highway safety or traffic management projects, including budget management.

Experience in traffic management, road safety, or highway engineering would be an advantage but is not essential.

Why join us?

Hampshire County Council is nationally recognised as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant working environment, flexible working, an excellent work/life balance and a central and well-connected Head Office location in the heart of the city of Winchester. 

We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace, where talent is truly recognised and developed. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of and where you are empowered to be your best and believe in creating a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles. 

To find out more about what we can offer you in return, please see our Benefits Package.

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, apply now or contact the Assistant Highway Manager, Mandy Ware or Brian Cainey, Team Leader for more information using the details below.

Additional Information:

Traffic Management Engineer Candidate Pack

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Mandy Ware, Assistant Highway Manager - mandy.ware@hants.gov.uk or Brian Cainey, Team Leader, Safer Roads and Parking - brian.cainey@hants.gov.uk 

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
 

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
 

We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.